Harrow Highlights - 8th November 2025

November 08, 2025

Hi Harrow neighbours!

Hi Harrow neighbours! Your fresh, upbeat guide to the next seven days (Fri 7 Nov – Thu 13 Nov) is here. From family fun in town to closing-weekend exhibitions, park runs, live music and hands-on volunteering, we’ve rounded up great ways to enjoy our borough. Please share this with friends and neighbours, invite them to like us on Facebook and follow along on Instagram.

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🌟 This Week’s Highlights

  • Disability Arts Festival at Harrow Arts Centre - Fri 7 Nov 6.30pm. Harrow Arts Centre opens the week with an inspiring showcase of dance, music, comedy, and visual art made by and with disabled artists. It’s a joyful celebration of creativity and inclusion, perfect for all ages. Book Tickets

  • Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service, Pinner High Street - Sun 9 Nov, morning. Join residents, veterans and youth groups for the borough’s Remembrance commemoration in Pinner, with road closures in place and a two-minute silence at 11am. It’s a dignified, community-led moment to honour those who served.

  • Armistice Day: Stanmore Choral Society performs “The Armed Man” - Mon 10 Nov 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Mark Armistice Day with Karl Jenkins’ powerful mass for peace, performed locally by Stanmore Choral Society. Expect stirring choral writing and a reflective programme suited to the date. Info

🎉 Upcoming Local Events

  • Queen Rhapsody – The Ultimate Live Experience - Sat 8 Nov, 7.30pm, Harrow Arts Centre. An electrifying tribute with towering vocals and guitar heroics. Ideal for a big night out with friends or family. Details

  • Harrow Fireworks Display - Sat 8 Nov, 12pm–9pm, Byron Park. A huge community favourite returns with funfair rides, global street food and a big musical build-up to the display. Free entry until 3pm, with the main fireworks scheduled for the evening. Tickets

  • Special Kinda Madness (Live at Harrow Borough FC) —Sat 8 Nov, 7.30pm–late, Earlsmead, South Harrow. A high-energy double tribute to The Specials & Madness lands at HBFC’s social club, with a DJ spinning ska and reggae before and after. Expect sing-alongs, dancing and a buzzing local crowd. Bookings

🍽️ Restaurants and Eateries

  • Blue Zenzer - Northwick Park offers a unique fusion of Indian and Italian cuisine in a stylish, modern setting overlooking the BigShots golf range. The menu blends bold spices with European flair. Think tandoori pizzas, creamy curries, and indulgent desserts making it a hit for both casual diners and special occasions. With its vibrant ambience, cocktail bar, and spacious terrace, it’s one of Harrow’s most distinctive dining destinations. Info

  • Sea Pebbles (Hatch End). Award-winning fish & chips with a recently refreshed dining room and plenty of veggie options. A reliable local favourite for a relaxed, family-friendly meal. Details

🏛️ Attractions and Things To Do

  • Pinner Memorial Park. A Green Flag award winner with a lake, gardens, aviary, playground and plenty of space for a relaxed stroll. It’s minutes from Pinner station, so it’s an easy meet-up spot for friends and families. The on-site café makes it a cheerful all-in-one outing. Park Details

  • Harrow on the Hill & St Mary’s Church. Climb the hill for sweeping views across London, then step into the Grade I listed parish church that has anchored the community for centuries. Check the church site for visiting info and occasional heritage walks led by knowledgeable locals. Make time to explore the lanes and viewpoints around the churchyard. Heritage Walks

  • BigShots Golf Northwick Park. Grab a bay and play tech-driven games on the TrackMan range or book the 9-hole course for an easygoing round. It’s great for families, beginners and group nights, with food on site to keep the energy up. Advance booking makes life simpler at busy times. More Info

🤝 Community Opportunities

  • Harrow parkrun volunteers (Harrow Recreation Ground). Join the cheerful Saturday morning crew who time, marshal, scan barcodes and cheer on 5k participants. It’s flexible, friendly and perfect if you want a regular feel-good hour outdoors without a big time commitment. Sign up

  • Friends of Canons Park – heritage garden & park projects. Join work sessions in the historic George V Memorial Garden and wider park, supporting planting, weeding and seasonal spruce-ups with a friendly volunteer team. You’ll be preserving a beautiful heritage site while learning a few horticulture tips on the way. Read about the group and get involved.

  • ParkLife Café & Friends of Harrow Weald – community events crew (Harrow Weald Recreation Ground). Support low-cost community events, social clubs and health hubs by helping with set-up, welcoming guests or lending a hand in the café. Shifts are flexible and training can include food-hygiene options. Volunteering

🛍️ Local Business Shout-Out

  • The Urban Chocolatier (Station Road, Harrow). Late-opening dessert parlour serving gelato, cakes, cookie dough, and more. Great for a post-dinner treat with friends. Menu

Thanks for reading, sharing and making Harrow shine! Keep the good vibes rolling on Facebook and Instagram – we love seeing your photos. Catch you next Friday!

The Harrow Highlights Team